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Have a mri scan to go to am well sacred what can i do to be relax?

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Don't worry: Many people get scared about the mri. But there's nothing to worry about. It's not an x-ray so there's no radiation. However, it takes longer to scan, it's noisy, and the tube is smaller. So the main problem is claustrophobia. If you have that or suspect you may feel that, let your doctor or the radiologist know beforehand and they can give you a low dose sedative to help you relax.

Answered 6/4/2015

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Dr. Philip Chao answered

Specializes in Radiology

Bring a friend: Who can drive you home. Some facilities have the capacity to give you conscious sedation. Mine does. The friends does tow things. They can be moral support. They are the best sedative... A friend and a warm hand holding yours and person in the scan room are sometimes all one needs... Remember colleagues we are providing care....

Answered 6/14/2014

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